4BU is an Australian radio station serving the Bundaberg region in Queensland, Australia. It was opened in December 1935.
4BU is a classic hits station playing hit songs from the 1960s right through to the mid-2000s. Owned by ARN, 4BU places strong emphasis on local programming, with its entire daytime lineup broadcast from its Maryborough St studios.
4BU also takes talk programming from 2UE overnight.
In November 2021, 4BU, along with other stations owned by Grant Broadcasters, were acquired by the Australian Radio Network. This deal allows Grant's stations, including 4BU, to access ARN's iHeartRadio platform in regional areas. The deal was finalized on 4 January 2022.ARN and Grant Broadcasters unite to create Australia's leading radio and digital audio business AdNews Australia 4 January 2022 It is expected 4BU will integrate with ARN's Pure Gold Network, but will retain its current name according to the press release from ARN.
On-air line up Weekdays 5.30am to 10am: The Big Breakfast with Vic 10am to 12pm: The Feel Good Workday with Mark 12pm to 1pm: The 80's Lunch 1pm to 4pm: The Feel Good Workday with Karina 4pm to 7pm: JAM Nation With Jonesy & Amanda 7pm to 8pm: The Christian O'Connell Show
Heritage listing The 4BU Radio Station building at 55 Woongarra Street was built by the station in 1957 and occupied until 1992 when the station relocated to larger premises. The building was listed on the Queensland Heritage Register in 2000.
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